All Definitions for Throw
Below are all the dictionary definitions of throw:
1To hurl
2To release (an object) with some force from one’s hands, an apparatus, etc. so that it moves rapidly through the air.
3To eject or cause to fall off.
4To move to another position or condition
5To displace.
6To make (a pot) by shaping clay as it turns on a wheel.
7To deliver (the ball) illegally by straightening the bowling arm during delivery.
8To send (an error) to an exception-handling mechanism in order to interrupt normal processing.
9To intentionally lose a game.
10(of a game where one’s role is throwing something) To perform in a specified way in (a match).
11To confuse or mislead.
12To send hastily or desperately.
13To imprison.
14To organize an event, especially a party.
15To roll (a die or dice).
16To cause a certain number on the die or dice to be shown after rolling it.
17To discard.
18To lift or unbalance one’s opponent and then bring him back down to the ground, especially into a position behind the thrower.
19To change (one’s voice) in order to give the illusion that the voice is that of someone else, or coming from a different place.
20To show sudden emotion, especially anger.
21To project or send forth.
22To put on hastily
23To spread carelessly.
24To twist two or more filaments of (silk, etc.) so as to form one thread
25To twist together, as singles, in a direction contrary to the twist of the singles themselves
26Sometimes applied to the whole class of operations by which silk is prepared for the weaver.
27To select (a pitcher)
28To assign a pitcher to a given role (such as starter or reliever).
29To install (a bridge).
30Synonym of pass.
31To deliver.
32Of animals: to give birth to (young).
33The act of throwing something.
34A move in which one lifts or unbalances one’s opponent and then brings him down to the ground.
35One’s ability to throw.
36The distance travelled by something thrown.
37The flight of a thrown object.
38A distance travelled in general
39Displacement.
40A piece of fabric used to cover a bed, sofa or other soft furnishing.
41A single instance, occurrence, venture, or chance.
42Any of the projections integral to a crankshaft that receive or impart cranking motion from a connecting rod or similar component.
43To twist or turn.
44A hand-operated lathe, especially a small lathe used by clockmakers.
45A moment, time, occasion.
46A period of time
47A while.
48Obsolete spelling of throe. [A severe pang or spasm of pain, especially one experienced when the uterus contracts during childbirth, or when a person is about to die.]
49Obsolete spelling of throe. [(transitive) To cause (someone) to feel throes, as if in childbirth
50To put in agony.]
About synonyms for throw
Finding the right synonym for throw helps writers avoid repetition and add precision to their work. Defined as "To hurl", throw has 4 alternatives that can fit different contexts and tones.
Each synonym carries a slightly different shade of meaning. Stroke is the most direct replacement in most situations. Thrust works well in formal or professional contexts. Flip is often preferred when the context calls for a more specific or nuanced expression.
When choosing a synonym, consider the connotation, formality level, and audience. Some alternatives work better in casual conversation while others shine in academic or professional writing. For example, using a more formal synonym in a business email can elevate your tone, while a casual synonym might feel more natural in creative writing or dialogue.
It is also worth noting that not all synonyms are perfectly interchangeable. The context of your sentence, the surrounding words, and the intended emotional impact all play a role in selecting the best alternative. The list above provides the most common and useful replacements for throw, but always read your sentence aloud to ensure the chosen word flows naturally.